Family-friendly vacation rentals in Aguacaliente o San Francisco District

My friends and I (group of 8 ladies) stayed here for one night at the end of our girls trip vacation in Costa Rica. Lily’s house is absolutely gorgeous. We all had plenty of room and enjoyed our last day in CR. It is close enough to walk to a Fresh Market. The grounds keeper, Nery, was available for any of our questions and very helpful and friendly. It was very close to the airport. Loved our time there and we all wished we could have spent another day or two there to enjoy the beautiful house.

What an incredible space! We enjoyed having the entire floor to ourselves. The elevator opened directly into our unit. A friendly staff member welcomed us with cool towels and gave us a tour of the hotel—a very nice touch. Our teens enjoyed the game room (pool and table tennis, especially) and we took advantage of the activities like the cooking class and walking tour (more of a hike). We didn’t need a car while there since the hotel provides shuttle service to nearby areas and many of the restaurants are on the same street as the hotel. We highly recommend this hotel.

We loved our stay at this Airbnb in Alajuela, Costa Rica. From the first moment we felt very welcome. The place is comfortable, clean, and has everything you need for a pleasant stay. The location is perfect, close to the airport but in a quiet area, ideal for resting. In addition, the host was incredibly kind and attentive, always available to help us with any questions or recommendations. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to other travelers.

Such a wonderful stay! The host was very nice and welcoming, making everything smooth and enjoyable. The highlight of the place is the incredible balcony—perfect for relaxing and taking in the stunning surroundings. The location is truly magical, surrounded by nature yet just a short distance from the center. A perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. Highly recommend!

I look to come back,we loved the place and all that was offered. The pictures really don't give the beauty of this place VERY VERY VERY OUTSTANDING I WILL BE BACK

Great space, wonderful views and the grounds were beautiful with all the flowers. Really enjoyed the hot tub and the beds were nice and cozy. Stopped there as a half way point to the Caribbean coast. Was a tad difficult finding, but it was in the dark and once we got to Aquarius and looked at the pictures we got there no problem. Host was responsive. Thank you for sharing your wonderful house.

We had the best time at Laura’s. It was an excellent option for children as well as my elderly grandma, as the unit was on the first floor and walking distance to many things. We really hope to go back there sometime again.

Martin's place was an absolute gem! We had a fantastic stay and couldn't have asked for a better location for exploring Manuel Antonio National Park. The unit was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The pool was a lovely spot to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. The proximity to the park entrance was convenient. Martin was also very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. I highly recommend Martin's place for anyone looking for a peaceful and convenient base to experience the beauty of Manuel Antonio!

We arrived very late and were able to get into the house without any trouble. The backyard was so peaceful in the morning, it was a nice start to our Costa Rica adventure.

Phil was very friendly and cool. This place is awesome with beautiful gardens to walk and chill with views of mountains and the city. Would stay again, no brainer.

Nice loft in peaceful neighborhood and with an amazing view. Had all amenities we needed. Would definitely recommend.

We really liked the place, very easy to get to, both Julie and her dad treated us very well and helped us when we had a problem, and we appreciate that they let us take our little dogs who are part of the family for us. We visited the boutique café that is right there and we also loved it, highly recommended

If you're looking for an immersive experience in nature without straying too far from comfort, this is the place to be. Although it is only a few meters from the road and next to a supermarket, once inside the property you feel surrounded by vegetation, with views of plants and trees, as shown in the photos. It is important to note that there are no conventional windows, but rather mosquito nets or screens, allowing a more direct connection with the environment. The experience of disconnecting is very pleasant and the fan in the room was a great help, as the heat and humidity can be intense. A nice touch is that different types of birds visit the Airbnb in the mornings, making the stay even more special. In addition, the accommodation has parking, which is a plus. Overall, an excellent choice for those seeking authentic contact with nature without sacrificing comfort

Never wanted to leave! Hands down this is the best property to rent in Manuel Antonio. You have the jungle in your backyard, private pool and so many great places to eat within just a short couple minute drive. We had a group of 5 and not one of us wanted to leave. Truly incredible. Alex is a great host and extremely helpful.

Maricel was a wonderful host. She was responsive, flexible and kind. We were able to arrange luggage hold with her next door Aunt who was also very kind to us. Location is close to the airport and her neighbors seem to keep a close eye on things. We also enjoyed the local kitties who came to visit. Place was spotless.

My partner and I stayed one night and it was really worth it, the place is much nicer and bigger than what you see in the photos, everything was very nice, the kitchen was very spacious and with absolutely everything you might need if you plan to cook there. It had plenty of room for more people to stay overnight if you're planning a trip with a large group, lots of blankets, pillows, and extra towels. Hot water in the shower and all the faucets in the house. The place is super quiet on a very large property, it gets a little cold at night but the house retains the heat inside quite well. 100% recommended. ☺️✨

As always, LOVED everything about our stay! Our third visit and this time we stayed in the new section… pool side! Thank you for welcoming our family and making us feel as though we are guests in your home! We loved our room, so spacious and well-designed! We will be back soon!!

Great place to stay. Thanks again Miguel!

Truly one of the most beautiful airbnbs we have ever stayed at! If you stay here, you will be immersed in nature and it is so peaceful. Katrin was extremely helpful and responsive, even setting up a Manuel Antonio park tour with a great guide at the last minute! From the pool, we were able to see so many animals -howler, squirrel, & capuchin monkeys, lizards, and birds. Close proximity to MA national park, bars, restaurants, and breathtaking views! We would absolutely recommend Katrin’s Airbnb to anyone looking for an unforgettable stay in Costa Rica!

Nice place, but the security was a bit problematic. They didn't allow in an Uber driver to pick me up. The Uber driver needed to give them my name and apartment number, but I didn't have my phone accessible at that moment, so they were turned away. I understand that security needs to do their job and keep the place safe, but this is something that other guests should know, if they plan to use Uber.

Great location and views. Everything was as described. Quick access to everything in Manuel Antonio. The driveway is quite steep and it took me a few tries to navigate it with my 10 passenger van rental. After the first day it was fine. Host was very responsive. Awesome bathrooms and decent bedrooms.

We absolutely loved staying here. Everything was magical and sitting outside was relaxing. We saw so many animals while staying there and the kids loved the pool! We had a grocery store and Soda walking distance away. Antonio was a gem. He did not speak English but he made sure everything was pristine. He is a true gem and willing to help direct parking and open the gate for us Some tips to help others….everything here is similar to the states. No suicide showers and lots of power plugs. Really the only issue we had is the upper bedrooms were too light and it gets bright early. Wasn’t a huge problem for us because we got up early to do activities while it was cool. We loved our stay! This place has ALL of the Pura Vida vibes.

It’s hard to sum up my feelings about this place. It was so special and wonderful. It’s hard to describe. I also hesitate about giving it so much praise because I worry that next time I want to book it it’ll be full! The place was perfect. It was right on a private beach at the end of a private road. The water was a perfect temperature. The sand was soft. The ground Keeper was so friendly and very helpful. He was very kind to my kids and we felt right at home! Also a huge added bonus were his dogs. My kids miss our dogs when we travel and they were thrilled to find dogs here waiting for us when we arrived. There were limitless activities for us to do. We could lay around on the beach or swim in the pool or do excursions that were close by. This part of Costa Rica is extremely beautiful! I would stay in a place like this over a resort any day.

The homes were spotless. Very clean and well equipped. It's beautiful instead. You see birds and in the afternoon in the farthest se son monitos. The only negative thing I could say is that the place is a bit alone and that there is not like a mesh that privatizes the entrance to the house, but in reality I totally recommend it. Don Carlos and his family, who help in the house are also very friendly